Check out the research that is happening with Family-to-Family: Pilot study resultsFor class times and locations, call NAMI Wyoming 307-265-2573 (801) 323-9900 or toll free (888) 882-4968The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program is a free, 12-week course for family caregivers of individuals with severe mental illnesses. •The course is taught by trained family members•All instruction and course materials are free to class participants•Over 115,000 family members have graduated from this national programIn addition, this class has been translated into Spanish.Course Topics Include:•Current information about schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder (manic depression), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder, and co-occurring brain disorders and addictive disorders•Up-to-date information about medications, side effects, and strategies for medication adherence•Current research related to the biology of brain disorders and the evidence-based, most effective treatments to promote recovery•Gaining empathy by understanding the subjective, lived experience of a person with mental illness•Learning in special workshops for problem solving, listening, and communication techniques•Acquiring strategies for handling crises and relapse•Focusing on care for the caregiver: coping with worry, stress, and emotional overload•Guidance on locating appropriate supports and services within the community•Information on advocacy initiatives designed to improve and expand services
Check out the research that is happening
with Family-to-Family:
Pilot study results
For class times and locations, call NAMI
Wyoming 307-265-2573 (801) 323-9900
or toll free (888) 882-4968
The NAMI Family-to-Family Education
Program is a free, 12-week course for
family caregivers of individuals with
severe mental illnesses.
•
The course is taught by trained
family members
•
All instruction and course
materials are free to class
participants
•
Over 115,000 family members
have graduated from this national
program
In addition, this class has been
translated into Spanish.
Course Topics Include:
•
Current information about schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder
(manic depression), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline
personality disorder, and co-occurring brain disorders and addictive disorders
•
Up-to-date information about medications, side effects, and strategies for
medication adherence
•
Current research related to the biology of brain disorders and the evidence-
based, most effective treatments to promote recovery
•
Gaining empathy by understanding the subjective, lived experience of a person
with mental illness
•
Learning in special workshops for problem solving, listening, and
communication techniques
•
Acquiring strategies for handling crises and relapse
•
Focusing on care for the caregiver: coping with worry, stress, and emotional
overload
•
Guidance on locating appropriate supports and services within the community
•
Information on advocacy initiatives designed to improve and expand services
